NhsJobs Durham

Pharmacy Technician - Durham West

The Pharmacist Network · Durham, DH7 8NH

Salary
Negotiable (per hour)
Location
Durham, DH7 8NH

Pharmacy Technician - Durham West role at The Pharmacist Network in Durham, DH7 8NH. Salary: Negotiable (per hour). Source: NhsJobs. Apply directly with the employer via the link above.

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Job description

Key Responsibilities:

Medication Reconciliation of clinical letters

and Hospital Discharge Summaries

Medicine Management including prescription

screening and processing

Supporting with the Repeat Dispending process

Responding and communicating to patient related

medication queries

Coordinating with local pharmacies to manage

stock levels and shortages

Medication synchronisation in line with regular

repeat prescription

To oversee medication recall processes, ensuring

timely responses and compliance. (e.g BP, blood tests, annual reviews)

Doac Monitoring

Prescribing audits in house, plus those

associated with CQC/QOF or local incentive schemes as set by the Prescribing

Team/ICB (training can be provided)

High Risk Drug monitoring,

Reviewing existing and new Shared Care Protocols

and acting on them appropriately

To action medicines safety alerts from

CAS/MHRA/ICB

To complete Level 1 and 2 Medication reviews

(training can be given)

Assisting with Pre-SMR (Structure Medication

Review) Screening (training can be given)

Create and run reports within the practice

clinical systems to identify/stratify patients for review

Qualifications, skills and experience:

Please note, applications that do not have the essential requirements

will not be considered.

Essential Requirements:

A professional registration with GPhC

A minimum of 6-12 months experience working in a

general practice/primary care setting

The completion of the CPPE Primary Care Pathway

with proven certification OR to be actively enrolled

Proficient experience with SystemOne ,

some training can be provided.

Desirable skills and experience:

A strong understanding of medicine management,

dispensing processes and patient safety protocols

Excellent communication skills to interact

effectively with patients, colleagues and external partners

The ability to adapt to pressure and a busy

working environment

Workload management being a self-starter,

knowing how to prioritise effectively

A commitment to patient care and professional

standards

Why Apply?

Not only will you be working in an inclusive,

forward-thinking PCN, but you will also be a part of a strong network of

Pharmacists and Technicians within The Pharmacist Network. Our ever-growing

network provides continuous support, creating an environment of inclusivity.

We pride ourselves on ensuring that outstanding performance

does not go unnoticed. Opportunities for progression are consistently

available, whether thats moving into leadership or expanding your clinical

knowledge further.

Benefits:

Professional GPhC fees and DBS applications paid

Competitive salary with opportunities for

progression

5 weeks of annual leave PLUS bank holidays (Pro

rata as and when required)

Access to mentorship and guidance from

experienced colleagues

Health & wellbeing programme with the following

free services, confidential counselling, digital gym, high street stores

discounts

Company equipment e.g. laptop / smartcard reader

In-house lunchtime training and

drop-in-sessions on specific topics e.g. ADHD share care agreements,

Hypertension management and sharing good practice

Company Pension scheme

Automatic Associateship with MORPh

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

Medication Reconciliation of clinical letters

and Hospital Discharge Summaries

Medicine Management including prescription

screening and processing

Supporting with the Repeat Dispending process

Responding and communicating to patient related

medication queries

Coordinating with local pharmacies to manage

stock levels and shortages

Medication synchronisation in line with regular

repeat prescription

To oversee medication recall processes, ensuring

timely responses and compliance. (e.g BP, blood tests, annual reviews)

Doac Monitoring

Prescribing audits in house, plus those

associated with CQC/QOF or local incentive schemes as set by the Prescribing

Team/ICB (training can be provided)

High Risk Drug monitoring,

Reviewing existing and new Shared Care Protocols

and acting on them appropriately

To action medicines safety alerts from

CAS/MHRA/ICB

To complete Level 1 and 2 Medication reviews

(training can be given)

Assisting with Pre-SMR (Structure Medication

Review) Screening (training can be given)

Create and run reports within the practice

clinical systems to identify/stratify patients for review

Qualifications, skills and experience:

Please note, applications that do not have the essential requirements

will not be considered.

Essential Requirements:

A professional registration with GPhC

A minimum of 6-12 months experience working in a

general practice/primary care setting

The completion of the CPPE Primary Care Pathway

with proven certification OR to be actively enrolled

Proficient experience with SystemOne ,

some training can be provided.

Desirable skills and experience:

A strong understanding of medicine management,

dispensing processes and patient safety protocols

Excellent communication skills to interact

effectively with patients, colleagues and external partners

The ability to adapt to pressure and a busy

working environment

Workload management being a self-starter,

knowing how to prioritise effectively

A commitment to patient care and professional

standards

Why Apply?

Not only will you be working in an inclusive,

forward-thinking PCN, but you will also be a part of a strong network of

Pharmacists and Technicians within The Pharmacist Network. Our ever-growing

network provides continuous support, creating an environment of inclusivity.

We pride ourselves on ensuring that outstanding performance

does not go unnoticed. Opportunities for progression are consistently

available, whether thats moving into leadership or expanding your clinical

knowledge further.

Benefits:

Professional GPhC fees and DBS applications paid

Competitive salary with opportunities for

progression

5 weeks of annual leave PLUS bank holidays (Pro

rata as and when required)

Access to mentorship and guidance from

experienced colleagues

Health & wellbeing programme with the following

free services, confidential counselling, digital gym, high street stores

discounts

Company equipment e.g. laptop / smartcard reader

In-house lunchtime training and

drop-in-sessions on specific topics e.g. ADHD share care agreements,

Hypertension management and sharing good practice

Company Pension scheme

Automatic Associateship with MORPh

Description as published by the employer on NhsJobs.

About this pharmacy technician role in Durham

This is a pharmacy technician vacancy at The Pharmacist Network, based in Durham. The role is listed on NhsJobs and forms part of the wider UK pharmacy jobs market tracked by PharmSee across 11 major chains and NHS sources. If you are researching pharmacy technician roles in Durham, review the salary benchmark and similar open vacancies below to inform your application.

What does a pharmacy technician earn across the UK?

Based on 116 PharmSee-tracked pharmacy technician salaries across the UK, the median is £34,422 — most roles fall between £32,255 and £39,614. See the full pharmacy technician salary guide →

Pharmacy technician jobs and salary in Durham

PharmSee is currently tracking 4 active pharmacy vacancies in Durham across all major UK chains and NHS sources. Durham's pharmacy workforce and salary benchmarks are covered in detail in the PharmSee salary guide.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the salary for this pharmacy technician role in Durham?

The advertised salary for this pharmacy technician role at The Pharmacist Network is Negotiable (per hour). Typical pharmacy technician pay in Durham varies by experience, sector (NHS versus community), and employer; see the PharmSee UK pharmacy salary guide for benchmarks.

Does The Pharmacist Network have other pharmacy roles open in the UK?

Yes — PharmSee currently tracks 2 open pharmacy vacancies from The Pharmacist Network across the UK. Browse all The Pharmacist Network roles on PharmSee to compare locations and salaries.

How many pharmacy jobs are currently open in Durham?

PharmSee is currently tracking 4 active pharmacy vacancies in Durham across 11 major UK chains and NHS sources. Browse every open Durham pharmacy role on PharmSee's jobs search.

How do I apply for this role?

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